QB — Bryce Petty appears entrenched to start in place of Nick Florence, but will face a tremendous challenge considering Baylor’s quarterbacks have notched consecutive seasons with school passing yardage records.

Keep this name in mind — DE Shawn Oakman. The 6-foot-9, 270-pound former Penn State transfer was a dramatic force at spring practice. If he plays like that during the regular season, he could provide the Bears with a dramatic pass-rushing upgrade.

Biggest spring question — Settling the passing game with two new starters at outside receivers and a new quarterback.

They could contend for the Big 12 title if — Petty plays like a Baylor quarterback has been expected to play the last several years, Seastrunk approaches his Heisman boast and the defense continues its late-season improvement.

It could be a long year if — Baylor’s quarterbacking takes a step back, the offensive line struggles and the Bears’ defense reverts to its form early last season.

Curious Baylor factoid — Heisman Trophy contender Seastrunk had a dramatic finish last season, averaging 25.9 yards rushing in his first seven games and 138.5 yards rushing in his final six. Baylor was 5-1 in those late games.